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🛠 Makerspace For Ages 14+
⚙️ Workshop Hours: Thu-Sun 12-8pm
📍 1224 N. Atherton, State College
🏷️ #makeanything
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🔨 READY TO GET STARTED AT THE RIVET? Whether you’re brand new to the makerspace or ready to learn a new tool, here’s how to get started: 1️⃣ TAKE MAKER ORIENTATION Get familiar with The Rivet, our makerspace, safety practices, shared workspaces, and how everything works. 2️⃣ GET YOUR CLEARANCES Take the hands-on Clearance Classes for the tools and equipment you want to use independently. 3️⃣ MAKE, LEARN & KEEP GOING Use Open Workshop Hours to work on your own, take more classes to build your skills, and keep making! ✨ Maker Orientation is FREE and required once for all new makers. Once you complete it, you can enroll in the Clearance Classes you need. Ready to get started? Book your Maker Orientation at TheRivet.org/classes-and-events. Read the full policy at TheRivet.org/policies. by @therivetds
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✨ Spooky season calls for a little woodturning "magic" 🪄 Craft your own wooden wand with the Nittany Valley Woodturners. You’ll learn lathe basics, shape a raw piece of wood with a spindle gouge and parting tool, then sand and refine it into a wand that's uniquely yours. 🔮 Monday, Oct. 19 | 5:00–7:00pm 🔮 $45 | Single-session 🔮 Beginner-friendly. No experience needed! Please wear closed-toe shoes and tie back long hair. No loose clothing or jewelry, for safety. Class may run a bit past 2 hours depending on pace. Ages 14+ Spots are limited, so grab yours at the link in our bio before the magic runs out! ✨ (From our classes page, click "Jump to Skill-Building" and you'll find thsi class!) #TheRivet #Woodturning #WandMaking #SpookySeason #HalloweenCrafts #MakersGonnaMake #NittanyValleyWoodturners #LearnSomethingNew by @therivetds
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2 days ago
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Youth Workshop Hours is back at The Rivet! Designed for ages 8-14, this monthly program connects young makers with new skills, exciting tools, and boundless creativity. Our first session kicks off on October 17. Register today, and come ready to create, experiment, and put your problem-solving skills to the test! 📅 3rd Sat of each month starting 10/17, 9:30-11:30am 🎟️ $45 per session, register at TheRivet.org/ages-8-14 by @therivetds
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5 days ago
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🪵 Woodturning is back at The Rivet, and there are only 3 spots left in Monday’s class! Join us to learn the fundamentals of woodturning and turn your own twist-style Slimline ballpoint pen. No prior experience needed! You’ll get hands-on practice with essential woodturning tools and techniques, and leave with a handmade pen of your own. 📅 Mon, Oct 12 from 5-7pm 🎟️ Only 3 spots remaining! Don’t miss your chance to get back on the lathe! Sign up now. A big thank-you to The Nittany Valley Woodturners for partnering with us to teach this class! by @therivetds
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7 days ago
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🎨 Are you a creative entrepreneur in Central Pennsylvania? This grant info session is for you! Join Bridgeway Capital at Discovery Space & The Rivet on October 15 to learn about Pennsylvania’s Creative Entrepreneur Accelerator (CEA) Grant. Get the details on eligibility, eligible expenses, the application process, and key deadlines. Bridgeway staff will also share tips for preparing a competitive application and answer your questions. 📅 Thursday, October 15 | 6:30–7:30 PM 📍 Discovery Space & The Rivet 🔗 Learn more and register: lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/96qvgzr Serving creative entrepreneurs in Centre, Clinton, Columbia, Juniata, Lycoming, Mifflin, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, and Union counties. by @therivetds
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8 days ago
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What a whirlwind. 🛠️ Maker Faire Happy Valley 2026 is in the books! So many makers. So many things to try. So many people who showed up ready to make, explore, and have some fun. Thank you for being part of it. ❤️ #makerfairehappyvalley by @therivetds
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9 days ago
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Prime Day is here! Is there room for “curiosity” in your cart? 📦 Our Amazon Wishlist is full of supplies and tools that we use to inspire curiosity for all ages. From classroom materials to maker tools, every item purchased directly supports our STEM programs, interactive exhibits, and makerspace classes. When you shop our Wishlist on Oct 6-7, look for Prime Days Deals that inspire discovery at a discount. How to help: ✔️ Visit our Wish List: a.co/bHqtpMw ✔️ Shop for a good cause and know that your support makes a difference! by @therivetds
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10 days ago
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We have your Sunday plans figured out. 👀 Park and start at @titanhollow grab a cider (if you’re of age), and head to the back event space to meet makers. Wander around for an hour or so, see what they’re making, and get your own hands busy. Build a brick and pirate gear with @mydiscoveryspace @itschompshop. Upcycle clothing or make some flair at Low-Fi Maker Studio. Explore, try things, ask questions, and make something of your own. Then grab lunch from the food truck at Titan Hollow or ride the shuttle over to @axemannbrewery for even more makers, making, food + drink. Come curious and stick around for a while! ___________ 📅 October 4 • 11AM - 3PM 📍 Axemann Brewery + Titan Hollow, Bellefonte 🎟️ FREE admission #MakerFaireHappyValley #MakerFaire #HappyValleyPA #BellefontePA by @therivetds
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13 days ago
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It’s been an awesome day so far at the Faire! Get the lay of the land in the next 60 seconds (or so) so you don’t miss ANYTHING at Maker Faire Happy Valley! 👀 Here’s a quick tour of the event spaces you should be sure to check out while you’re here! @axemannbrewery @titanhollow Saturday 11-5 Sunday 11-3 #makerfairehappyvalley by @therivetds
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14 days ago
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Great things happen when a community comes together to make something. We’re grateful to the businesses and organizations who helped MAKE this year’s Maker Faire Happy Valley possible. A huge thank you to our 2026 sponsors: Confer’s Jewelers Happy Valley Adventure Bureau AAUW State College Chomp Shop New Pig Fulton Bank Avail Technologies DigiKey Wavenumber Make: Magazine Maker Faire is presented by Discovery Space and The Rivet, and it’s a living example of our mission: creating opportunities for people to explore, experiment, create, and learn by doing. Thank you for helping us bring that mission into the community and for supporting a weekend built around curiosity, creativity, and connection. We couldn’t do it without you. 💙 📅 October 3–4 📍 Axemann Brewery + Titan Hollow, Bellefonte Saturday 11 AM–5 PM • Sunday 11 AM–3 PM 🎟️ FREE admission Come curious. Make a weekend of it. #MakerFaireHappyValley #MakerFaire #HappyValleyPA #BellefontePA by @therivetds
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15 days ago
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MAKE A WEEKEND OF IT at Maker Faire Happy Valley! Last year was our first Maker Faire. This year, we’ve grown the weekend with even more ways to explore, create, connect, and learn by doing. — STEM Day for Schools on Friday — TWO venues: @axemannbrewery + @titanhollow — A brand new storybook-themed building experience with @itschompshop, @mydiscoveryspace and @therivetds — Maker Faire After Dark at @titanhollow on Saturday night — Makers from near and far, hands-on experiences, demonstrations, workshops, train rides, and more None of this would be possible without our dedicated makers, volunteers, and supporters. And the best part? Most of it is absolutely FREE! 📍 Oct. 3–4 | Axemann Brewery and Titan Hollow Saturday 11–5 • Sunday 11–3 Let curiosity lead the way and MAKE a weekend of it. FULL DETAILS & SCHEDULE: HappyValley.MakerFaire.com #MakerFaireHappyValley 📸: @makerfaire by @therivetds
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17 days ago
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🌙 DRESS UP. GO OUT. MAKE SOMETHING. The Faire doesn’t stop when the sun goes down. Join us for Maker Faire After Dark, a special ticketed event at Titan Hollow — a grown-up night of making, music, food, drinks, and weird surprises. DJ Smokey is coming in from Brooklyn, NY, plus: Drinks + cash bar Hands-on craft stations Gourmet Griddle food truck Costumes, cosplay & wonderfully weird outfits encouraged Come make something. Add to a community build. Or just hang out and see what happens after dark. 📅 Saturday, October 3 • 6–8 PM 📍 Titan Hollow • Bellefonte, PA 🎟️ Tickets required Get tickets at HappyValley(dot)MakerFaire(dot)com! #MakerFaireHappyValley #MakerFaire #AfterDark #HappyValleyPA by @therivetds
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19 days ago
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